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Edwardian 15ct Gold, Green Garnet & Diamond Necklace

353X
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Written by Olly Gerrish

A pretty 15ct gold necklace that was made circa 1910. It is a lovely design and has been set with two green garnets and a small diamond. Green garnets or Demantoid garnets as they are known, are wonderful stones and are a lovely apple green colour. Although garnets have been known since ancient times, the demantoid variety was not discovered until 1868 in Russia’s western central Ural Mountains. Miners were immediately stunned by the highly refractive nature of the gem material. They began comparing it to diamond and referred to it as “demantoid”, from the French “demant” meaning diamond. The reason is obvious, with its high brilliance and dispersion. These bright apple green stones are comparatively rare and very expensive. so we always try to source original pieces from the Edwardian period.

The Details

Essentials

Item Number:
353X
Dimensions:
Pendant - 35 mm (H) x 10 mm (W)
Length:
40 cm
Place of Origin:
England
Discovered:
2 years ago

Stones

2 Demantoid Garnets
Weight:
1.6 carats
Diamond
Weight:
0.02 carat

Hallmarks

Unmarked, 15ct gold and platinum
Many pieces of antique jewellery were unmarked because hallmark regulations were not obligatory until 1972.

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Care Tips

  • Take extra care with soft or brittle gemstones
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